Privacy Policy

UI LABS collects certain information in connection with products and services offered through our websites opendmc.org and uilabs.org (the “Services”) or when an individual (a “User”) otherwise interacts with UI LABS. This page (the “Privacy Policy”) explains UI LABS’ policies and procedures surrounding the collection and handling of information that relates to the use of the Services (“User Information”). When using any of the Services you consent to the collection, transfer, storage, disclosure and use of your information as described herein.

UI LABS may change or update the Privacy Policy at any time by posting a new version on this page or on a successor page. The new version will become effective on the date it is posted, which will be listed at the top of the page as the new effective date. UI LABS encourages you to review the Privacy Policy each time you access a UI LABS website or otherwise interact with UI LABS to remain informed about UI LABS’ information practices.

COLLECTION OF INFORMATION

Information Users Provide to UI LABS

UI LABS collects certain information that you provide directly. For example, UI LABS may collect information when you create an account, participate in interactive features of the Services, become or participate as a member of a platform, apply for a job, fill out a form, communicate with UI LABS via third party social media sites, post digital project content, make a purchase, request customer support, or otherwise communicate with UI LABS.

Information We Collect Automatically When You Use The Services
When you access a UI LABS website, UI LABS automatically collects information about you, which may include:

• Log Information: log information about use of the Services, including the type of browser used, access times, pages viewed, the User’s IP address and the page the User visited before navigating to the UI LABS website.
• Device Information: information about the computer or mobile device used to access UI LABS’ website, including the hardware model, operating system and version, unique device identifiers and mobile network information.
• Information Collected by Cookies and Other Tracking Technologies: cookies and web beacons. Cookies are small data files stored on a User’s hard drive or in device memory that help UI LABS improve its websites and User experience, see which areas and features of the UI LABS website are popular and count visits. Web beacons are electronic images that may be used in the Services or emails to help deliver cookies, count visits and understand usage and campaign effectiveness. For more information about cookies, and how to disable them, please see “User Choices” below.

Information UI LABS Collects From Other Sources
UI LABS may also obtain information from other sources and combine that with information collected through the Services.

IP USE OF INFORMATION

UI LABS may use information about you for various purposes, including to:

• Create your account;
• Provide, maintain and improve the Services;
• Provide and deliver the products and services you request, process transactions and send you related information, including confirmations and invoices;
• Send you technical notices, updates, security alerts and support and administrative messages;
• Respond to your comments, questions and requests and provide customer service;
• Communicate with you about services and events offered by UI LABS and others, and provide news and information we think will be of interest to you;
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage and activities in connection with the Services;
• Detect, investigate and prevent fraudulent and illegal activities, acceptable use policy violations, contract violations, and/or to protect the rights and property of UI LABS and others;
• Respond to a demand by court order or as otherwise required by law;
• Link or combine with information we get from others to help understand your needs and provide you with better service; and
• Carry out any other purpose described to you at the time the information was collected.

SHARING OF INFORMATION

We may share information about you as follows or as otherwise described in this Privacy Policy:

• Between and among users of a platform if the information is shared by you on a member directory for one of those platforms and is viewable by other users of that platform;
• With vendors, consultants and other service providers who need access to such information to carry out work on our behalf and to help us understand and improve the use of the Services, such as Google Analytics, subject to obligations consistent with this Privacy Policy and other appropriate confidentiality and security measures;
• When you participate in the interactive areas of the Services, certain information about you may be displayed publicly on our websites and on third-party sites, such as your posts, comments, username, and other information you choose to provide;
• If we believe that it is reasonably necessary to comply with a law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request;
• If we believe your actions are inconsistent with our user agreements or policies, or to protect the rights, property and safety of UI LABS or others;
• Between and among UI LABS’ current and future affiliates, members, subsidiaries and other companies under common control and ownership; and
• With your consent or at your direction.

We may also share aggregated or de-identified information, which cannot reasonably be used to identify you.

UI LABS may include links to the external social networks in providing the Services. The external social network websites are maintained by them and links to these sites will be made clearly visible on our website through the use of their logo and/or an identifying add-on (e.g., , Facebook “like” button). If you click on these links, plug-ins may be activated, your browser may establish a direct link with the social network servers, and information concerning your visit to our website may be passed to the social network.

SECURITY

The security of your User Information is important to UI LABS. UI LABS takes reasonable measures to help protect information about you from loss, theft, misuse and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration and destruction. Please take note that data transmission across the internet may not be secure as it is impossible to safeguard completely against unauthorized access by third parties.

TRANSFER OF INFORMATION TO THE U.S. AND OTHER COUNTRIES

UI LABS is based in the United States and the information we collect is governed by U.S. law. By accessing or using the Services or otherwise providing information to us, you consent to the processing, transfer and storage of information in and to the U.S. and other countries, where you may not have the same rights and protections as you do under local law.

YOUR CHOICES

Account Information
You may update or correct your online account information by logging into your account and updating your information. You may also deactivate your account. Note that we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. We may also retain cached or archived copies of information about you for a certain period.

Cookies
Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. If you prefer, you can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject browser cookies. Removing or rejecting browser cookies does not necessarily affect third party flash cookies used in connection with our Services. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of our Services.

Promotional Communications
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from UI LABS by following the instructions in such promotional emails. If you opt out, we may still send you non-promotional emails, such as those about your account or about ongoing business relations.